Activities In summer in Canton Vaud
Discover the best activities In summer for children in Canton Vaud.
199 activities for children
Montreux Museum: the history of the region just steps from the train station
Want to know more about the history of Montreux? At the entrance of the old town, close to the train station, the Musée de Montreux traces the past of the region. Free for those under 16 and open from April to October, it's an affordable cultural break for the family.
Aigle Adventure Park: treetop climbing and zip lines for the whole family
Do your children dream of climbing trees and soaring on zip lines? The Aigle Adventure Park offers 12 courses for all ages, starting from toddlers, in the heart of a two-hectare forest. A day of outdoor adventure, from spring to autumn.
Outdoor pool in Chexbres: swim with a view of Lavaux
What if your children swam with Lake Geneva and the Lavaux vineyards as a backdrop? The outdoor pool in Chexbres features two basins, a large lawn, and a snack bar in a stunning natural setting. A paddling pool for the little ones, a very affordable rate after 6 PM: the perfect summer outing.
Bex Salt Mines: a journey to the heart of the mountain by little train
And what if you took your children on a little train to dive into the heart of the mountain? At the Bex Salt Mines, the oldest salt mine still in operation in Switzerland, you can explore vast galleries hand-carved at a constant 18 °C. An unforgettable underground adventure.
Maladaire Beach: the free public beach by Lake Geneva
Want a day by Lake Geneva without breaking the bank? At La Tour-de-Peilz, the Maladaire beach is a public and free beach, highly sought after on the Riviera. Pebbles, shaded lawns, hot showers, and a restaurant kiosk: everything you need to settle in with the family.
Rivaz Beach: swimming at the foot of the Lavaux vineyard
Imagine stepping off the train and arriving directly with your feet in the water, in the heart of the UNESCO vineyard of Lavaux. This is the promise of the beach of Rivaz, a small free beach with a playground, diving board, and a view of the Château de Glérolles. An exceptional setting for a family day out.
Public swimming pool Les Marines: swimming and diving boards by Lake Geneva
An outdoor swimming pool with a heated Olympic-sized pool, a children's pool, and direct access to Lake Geneva: this is what the Les Marines municipal pool in Villeneuve offers you. A complete summer spot for the whole family, featuring swimming, diving boards, and lakeside relaxation.
Frience Space: the high-altitude lake in summer, snow sledding in winter
And what if the same mountain spot offered your children free swimming in the summer and sledding on snow in the winter? At the Espace de Frience, above Gryon, the alpine lake and the sledding slopes alternate with the seasons for the greatest pleasure of families.
Chillon Beach: the cove at the foot of the castle
Do you dream of swimming with a view of Chillon Castle? In Veytaux, a small pebble cove nestles at the very foot of the castle, facing Lake Geneva and the Alps. A free and wild beach, perfect for a family picnic by the water.
Minigolf de l'Ouchettaz: 18 holes by the lake in Villeneuve
Fancy a family round of minigolf with Lake Geneva and the mountains as a backdrop? In Villeneuve, the Minigolf de l'Ouchettaz lines up 18 holes by the water, a stone's throw from the CGN landing stage. A great classic of the warm season, simple and joyful.
Mountain Cart in Villars-sur-Ollon: the thrilling descent from the Roc d'Orsay
Do your teens dream of mountain thrills? At the top of the Roc d'Orsay, above Villars-sur-Ollon, the Mountain Cart takes them on a 5 km descent aboard a three-wheeled machine, somewhere between a go-kart and a bike. Hanging on tight, they race down 700 metres of vertical drop on the Bouquetin trail.
Diablerets Sports Park: tennis, swimming pool, and outdoor archery
Want a sporty day with the family at the foot of Glacier 3000? The Parc des Sports des Diablerets, along the Grande Eau, features an outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts, an adventure course, and archery in a lush mountain setting.
